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Made In Bergen - a guided tour of Arven, design and craftmanship in action

Sandbrogaten 11
5003 Bergen

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Opening Times

Season (10 Feb 2020 - 10 Dec 2020)
DayTimes
Monday - Wednesday10:00 - 17:00
Thursday10:00 - 18:00
Friday10:00 - 17:00
Saturday10:00 - 16:00
SundayClosed
Bank HolidayClosed

* Tour departure times for 2021 not yet confirmed.

About

Visit one of Norway’s most influential gold and silversmiths, still producing locally in Bergen. 

Arven is attracting worldwide attention for their products and design. Learn about the heritage and the now, during your  visit to the factory.

From its very beginning in 1868, quality of product and beauty in design have been and continue to be the mainstay for Arven.

It`s only a short stroll from Bryggen and the harbour area to Arven. Here you will get a unique insight into how Arves produce fine jewellery, silver cutlery and interior design pieces. You will be welcomed by your host from Arven, who will describe the history of the company and its place at the forefront of Norwegian design. You will get a guided tour of the production facilities, where you meet skilled artisans in their work environment, and discover the details and complexity of how these beautiful products are made.

At Arven you will see history and innovation side by side. Handsome old wooden chests stand guard over lovely, graceful sterling silver. You will see equipment and machinery that is more than 100 years old working alongside modern technology. 

You will experience how the craftsmen and women work to take care of culture and tradition, and bringing this into the future with a combination of creativity and unique craftmanship.

We welcome you to excperience Arven through this guided tour, where you will enjoy both history and innovation in one of the most interesting sites in Bergen.

Giftshop:
After your tour of the production area, you will have the opportunity to browse the on-site gift shop.

The giftshop is open for all visitors, and you can through the 40 meter long glass wall see some of the production facilities and the artists at work.

Opening hours:
Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday: at 10-17
Thursday at 10-18
Saturday at 10-16
Sunday: Closed

The guided tour is offered on week days at 14:00.

6 main reasons for choosing Arven as a destination in Bergen:
Design, History, Craftmanship, Easy to get to, Value for Money, Authenticity

Included: 
Factory tour and demonstration of beautifully handcrafted pieces.

Language: 
The guided tour will be in English and Norwegian.

Duration: 1 hour

Location: 
Arven is located only 2 minutes’ walk from Bryggen Harbour Area.

VIP tours and special request:
Can be arranged-direct mail for such events shop@arven.no, minimum 6 people, maximum 25 people

ONLINE BOOKING: Book your tour here

Your email confirmation is your ticket and must be shown at the start of the tour. You can bring a printed copy or show the e-mail confirmation on your mobile device.

Cancellation policy:
The tour can be cancelled up to 48 hours before the tour starts with a full refund. Cancellation after this will not be refunded

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Children under 15 yearsNOK50.00 tickets
Children under 6 yearsFree
Adults (from 16 years)NOK150.00 tickets
Senior/StudentNOK75.00 tickets

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